1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volvo 440 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Commodore | 440 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
